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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG

2.5 star property
Golfers can enjoy a round right on the property, then cool off with a swim in the indoor pool. Business travelers appreciate the meeting spaces and quick check-out.

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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City offers what matters to travelers. Start your day with a continental breakfast before hitting the on-site golf course. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, indoor pool, laundry facilities, and free self-parking for practical convenience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Transfer Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Mason City is home to Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG. The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lime Creek Nature Center and Clear Lake State Park. Visit our Mason City travel guide
Map
3041 4th Street Southwest, Mason City, IA, 50401

What's nearby

  • Site of the last concert played by Buddy Holly, La Bamba, and the Big Bopper.
    Surf Ballroom and Museum
    10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank
    4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Clear Lake State Park
    12 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    27 min drive - 53.0 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    2 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    8 min walk
  • Village Court Family Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Culver's
    4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG

Property highlights
At Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, golfing on site, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Tennis courts, express check-out, and a gift shop
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 87 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Golf
  • Indoor pool
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Suites Mason City
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Holiday Inn Express Suites Mason City by IHG
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG on Mar 27, 2026 start from CA $160, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG located?

Situated in Mason City, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus, The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank, and Music Man Square. Meredith Willson Boyhood Home and Charles H. MacNider Art Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 482 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 482 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 482 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 482 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 482 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff and room was great thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds...goid breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is spotless clean everything was great in the room. Breakfast was also good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our grandchildren live in Mason City (in a small home), and we came from North Carolina for the Christmas holiday. We enjoyed everything about our stay at the Holiday Inn Express. The rooms were clean, the breakfast was very good, free wifi and parking were appreciated, and we will definitely stay there again when we visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing! Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was newly remodeled and very nice. The rooms were quiet and clean and the staff were very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire hotel was exceptionally clean and well furnished. Our room was huge and extremely comfortable. Breakfast was great and provided a lot of options. Very nice hotel - you should absolutely book here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Great staff. Very nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, great breakfast and pool for the kids!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fact the hotel offered a wide variety of gluten-free breakfast options. Staff was polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, comfortable, quiet, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was pleasant and welcoming. Good selection of hot or cold items for breakfast. Loved the fresh ground coffee. Overall the property was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay, clean, many recent updates. Breakfast was really good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was WONDERFUL!! It was all new and rooms were very clean. Breakfast was amazing and had so many options!! Pool area was nice too!! Great hotel and I would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location for shopping options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed for one overnight in Mason City. The pool was quiet and clean, the room was clean with great a/c, and breakfast had several good choices. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, rooms and staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and room was clean. Kids enjoyed pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms Friendly staff Nice free breakfast Only complaint do not take a room by the elevator it will keep you up all night long should get a discount for that room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. Staff is professional and Knowledgeable Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023